Originally a small, thorny evergreen tree native to India. It is now common in Southern Europe, Florida and California.
VOLUME: 1 kg
ODOR/AROMA: A medium-strength aroma. Lemon essential oil is characteristically fresh, zesty and tangy with a mild sweet untertone.
The fragrance is much like fresh lemon zest and lingers in a room.
CONSISTENCY: Thin
KOSHER: Yes
COMMON USES: The fruit was well known in Europe by the middle ages, and the Greeks and Romans were advocates of its properties.
Historically recognized as a cleanser. Lemons themselves reached the height of fame when the British Navy began using citrus fruits to counteract the effects of scurvy.
CAUTIONS: For external use only. This Essential Oil has phototoxic properties and exposure to the sun must be avoided after application to the skin of a product containing this oil. May cause skin irritation in some individuals. A skin test is recommended prior to use, dilute prior to use. Contact with eyes should be avoided.
STORAGE: It is recommended that oils be packaged in colored glass or metal containers to protect the oil from air/light/moisture, keep it fresh, maintain the maximum shelf life, and for safe shipping.
